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What to say when someone gives you a backhanded compliment
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/11/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/11/24

What to say when someone gives you a backhanded compliment

If you’ve ever received a backhanded compliment you know how they can sting. Explore how to spot insults disguised as praise, and 7 tips to respond tactfully.

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What to talk about on a first date: 7 topics for anxious daters
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/8/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/8/24

What to talk about on a first date: 7 topics for anxious daters

Stressed about what to talk about on a first date? We've got you covered with 7 topics to stick to (and a few to avoid). Plus, when—and how—to talk about mental health.

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How to stop countertransference from ruining your therapy
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/6/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/6/24

How to stop countertransference from ruining your therapy

Is your therapist projecting their issues and feelings onto you? That’s countertransference, and while it’s natural, it can also be damaging. Here’s what to do.

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How to mindfully respond to passive-aggressive behavior
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/6/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/6/24

How to mindfully respond to passive-aggressive behavior

Passive-aggressive behavior can be annoying — but how you respond can shut it down. Learn what to do (and how to be less passive-aggressive yourself).

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Think you're dating a beta male? Here's what it means
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/4/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 11/4/24

Think you're dating a beta male? Here's what it means

Are "beta males" a real thing? Explore the characteristics, and pros and cons of dating, this sensitive personality type. Plus, how to interact with beta males in your life.

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What are the effects of AI on kids? Plus, 7 ways to keep them safe
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/23/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/23/24

What are the effects of AI on kids? Plus, 7 ways to keep them safe

Is AI for kids safe? Explore the ways AI is being used for kids and the benefits and concerns it presents. Plus, 7 ways to teach your kids to safely engage with AI.

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Are you dating an alpha male? Here’s what it really means
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/22/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/22/24

Are you dating an alpha male? Here’s what it really means

Most of us throw around the term "alpha male", but is it a real thing? Learn more about the characteristics, and pros and cons of dating, this dominant personality type.

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How to set healthy boundaries in relationships
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/18/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/18/24

How to set healthy boundaries in relationships

Ever think about how you need to have better boundaries with someone only you never set them? Us too. Here’s how to actually set healthy boundaries and why they’re important.

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How to handle an emotionally unavailable partner
Relationships, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/16/24 Relationships, Mental Health Calm Editorial Team 10/16/24

How to handle an emotionally unavailable partner

Does your partner seem distant? Does something feel off even when they say everything is fine? Learn the 7 signs of emotional unavailability and how to navigate it.

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How to use words of encouragement: 50 examples
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/15/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/15/24

How to use words of encouragement: 50 examples

Words of encouragement can be more than, “You got this!” Explore our list of 50 uplifting phrases to help someone in need of a boost. Even if that person is you...

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Are you in a situationship? 6 signs to look out for
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/11/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/11/24

Are you in a situationship? 6 signs to look out for

Some relationships have staying power, and others don’t. Explore 6 signs of a situationship, the pros and cons, plus when to move on or stay in it mindfully.

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30 fun and engaging questions to ask on a first date
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/11/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/11/24

30 fun and engaging questions to ask on a first date

First dates can be cringey, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Here are 30 engaging questions to ask on a first date so you can (hopefully) enjoy getting to know someone new.

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7 signs your parents might be toxic (and how to deal with them)
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/4/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/4/24

7 signs your parents might be toxic (and how to deal with them)

Are you struggling with a challenging parent? Here's how to know if your parents are (actually) toxic and 7 tips to help you deal with, and heal from, them.

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Crushing on a coworker? Here’s how to handle it
Workplace Wellness, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/2/24 Workplace Wellness, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 10/2/24

Crushing on a coworker? Here’s how to handle it

New coworker got you doing a double take? Workplace crushes are normal but they can sometimes go too far. Here’s how to handle a workplace crush with caution…

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How the grey rock method can help you deal with toxic people
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 9/27/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 9/27/24

How the grey rock method can help you deal with toxic people

Discover the grey rock method, a strategy to manage interactions with toxic people. Learn how to use it in different settings, its effectiveness, and drawbacks.

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Yes, mommy issues in men are a real thing: 8 signs to look for
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 9/26/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 9/26/24

Yes, mommy issues in men are a real thing: 8 signs to look for

Explore what it means for men to have mommy issues, the causes, and common signs to look out for. Plus, what to do if mommy issues are affecting your relationship.

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Are your in-laws toxic? Here’s how to deal
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 9/26/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 9/26/24

Are your in-laws toxic? Here’s how to deal

Yes, having toxic in-laws is a real thing. Learn what it means to have toxic in-laws, the signs, and what not to do. Plus, 8 ways to set mindful boundaries with them.

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How to set healthy relationship boundaries (and stick to them)
Relationships, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 9/25/24 Relationships, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 9/25/24

How to set healthy relationship boundaries (and stick to them)

Explore examples of what healthy and unhealthy relationship boundaries look like and why they matter. Plus, 6 tips on how to set boundaries in your relationships.

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How to set family boundaries (and why they’re so important)
Relationships, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 9/25/24 Relationships, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 9/25/24

How to set family boundaries (and why they’re so important)

Discover what family boundaries are and how to set them. Plus, 5 examples of good family boundaries to help you maintain healthy relationships — and your wellbeing.

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What you need to know about abandonment issues (and how to deal)
Relationships Calm Editorial Team 9/24/24 Relationships Calm Editorial Team 9/24/24

What you need to know about abandonment issues (and how to deal)

Learn the signs and symptoms of different types of abandonment issues. Plus, how to treat abandonment issues or help someone else heal from abandonment.

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